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Trump's latest pardons benefit political allies and celebrities convicted of fraud and corruption


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Published in Travel and Leisure on Friday, May 30th 2025 at 5:06 GMT by Fortune   Print publication without navigation

  • One New York Republican House member made headlines for threatening to throw a reporter off a Capitol balcony over a question he didn't like.

On May 30, 2025, former President Donald Trump issued a series of controversial pardons to several of his political allies, celebrities, and individuals convicted of fraud and corruption, as reported by Fortune. Among those pardoned were former campaign manager Paul Manafort, who had been convicted of financial crimes, and rapper Lil Wayne, who faced federal gun charges. The move has sparked significant backlash and debate over the fairness and motivations behind these pardons, with critics arguing that they represent an abuse of presidential power to benefit personal and political associates. Trump's actions have reignited discussions about the limits and ethics of presidential pardons, especially in the context of his ongoing legal battles and political ambitions.

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[ https://fortune.com/2025/05/30/trump-latest-pardons-political-allies-celebrities-convicted-fraud-corruption/ ]

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